Most brands talk at us. (And as a result, we ignore or event resent them.) But a few brands go about things entirely differently. They provoke us. Inspire us. They break down barriers, and build up communities. They build profits, sure– but they also build...

The most fascinating people don’t just talk at us. They get under our skin, and into our conversations. They challenge and inspire us. They push and move us. They’re unafraid to ask questions, and along the way, change the way we think. If you’re a...

Oh, the mistakes I made when publishing my first book. Ahhh! Errrrrgh. Here in this video, I’ll share a few mistakes I made (so you can avoid them), along with a couple of little victories (so you can replicate them)....

Years ago, I wrote: Aspire to be the dumbest person in the room. Here’s why: Most people want to be the smartest person in the room. But there’s a problem with that. If you’re the smartest in the room, you’re not pushed to learn and raise your...

How can you engage and persuade your listener over the phone? Combine new brain science with old fashioned preparation. Every phone call is an opportunity. If you engage and fascinate your listener, you’ll earn a new advocate. But if you fumble, you’ll weaken their...

In this short video, I’m giving you BIG tip. This tip was a major “a-ha” discovery for me. It literally changed the quality of my speeches, because it meant I could stop worrying about my material, and start effortlessly concentrate on the audience....

“Never confuse business travel with tourism.” (That’s my first piece of advice.) Right now, as I type this, I’m on the road– giving 4 speeches in 4 days in 4 cities about how to fascinate. Am I stressed? Nope. I’m raring to go. My...

Your personality has one distinct advantage. This advantage is your highest and most unique value. It’s what makes you different– and better– than everyone else in the crowd. It’s the essence of your personal brand. This is what makes you, YOU! I...